2006 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1544 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | Civic | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 6200 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
